Athens, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Athens, Texas is 13,013 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 226th-largest city in Texas. The median household income is $70,601, the median home value is $205,700, and the median age is 37.6.
The population has grown 6.8% since 2010 (12,714 → 13,575).
13,013
Population
729
People / sq mi
$70,601
Median Income
$205,700
Median Home Value
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Athens covers 17.8 sq mi of land at 729 people per square mile.
About Athens, TX
Remote work is unusually rare in Athens: 2.3% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. Athens is a city in Texas with a population of 13,013.
Median household income is $70,601, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.2%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $205,700, with typical rent around $1,069.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 21.9%, below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 2.3%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Athens city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Athens city had a population of 12,714 in 2010 and 13,575 in 2024, a 6.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,575 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.48%.
13,575
Population (2024)
12,714
Population (2010)
13,575
Peak (2024)
0.48%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,714 |
| 2011 | 12,776 |
| 2012 | 12,750 |
| 2013 | 12,669 |
| 2014 | 12,638 |
| 2015 | 12,576 |
| 2016 | 12,612 |
| 2017 | 12,598 |
| 2018 | 12,715 |
| 2019 | 12,753 |
| 2020 | 12,884 |
| 2021 | 12,995 |
| 2022 | 12,991 |
| 2023 | 13,532 |
| 2024 | 13,575 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 56.6% |
| Black or African American | 14.1% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$70,601
Median Household Income
$30,394
Per Capita Income
8.2%
Poverty Rate
1.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$205,700
Median Home Value
$1,069
Median Rent
56.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.5%
High School+
21.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.6%
Drive Alone
79.1%
Public Transit
2.3%
Work From Home
24.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
14.4%
Foreign Born
71.9%
Non-English at Home
7.1%
Veterans
14.4%
With Disability
78.7%
Health Insurance
85.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.6% |
| Manufacturing | 15.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.8% |
| Information | 5.9% |
| Public Administration | 5.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 4.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.9% |
| Construction | 3.9% |
| Retail Trade | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Athens, Texas has a population of 13,013 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 226th-largest city in Texas.
The median household income in Athens, Texas is $70,601, with 8.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Athens, Texas is $205,700, with median monthly rent at $1,069 and a homeownership rate of 56.3%.
The median age in Athens, Texas is 37.6 years. The population is 45.3% male and 54.7% female.
The population has grown 6.8% since 2010 (12,714 → 13,575).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.